It will be a battle between MAC opponents when the Eastern Michigan Eagles (9-12, 3-5 MAC) welcome the Miami (OH) RedHawks (11-10, 3-5 MAC) to the Convocation Center. The game starts at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 2, 2019.
Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Prediction
The last time the RedHawks played, they were beaten by the Toledo Rockets, 66-63. Toledo out-rebounded Miami (OH). The Rockets had nine offensive rebounds and 42 total rebounds, while the RedHawks had two and 28, respectively. Nike Sibande led Miami (OH) in scoring with 18 points on 7-for-14 shooting.
The Eagles fell to the Central Michigan Chippewas in their last outing, 86-82. Central Michigan was successful at getting to and converting from the free throw line. The Chippewas made 26 of their 28 free throws (92.9 percent), while the Eagles were just 8-13 (61.5 percent). Eastern Michigan’s Boubacar Toure contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds in the game.
Half-court execution will be at a premium when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams battle. Eastern Michigan ranks 283rd in possessions per game (67.4) and Miami (OH) is 294th (67.2).
After the Eagles won both games against the RedHawks last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. In the most recent game, Eastern Michigan won 58-57. The Eagles made 11 of their 15 free throws (73.3 percent) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 26.7).
Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Eastern Michigan, ATS Winner – Eastern Michigan, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Miami (OH) ranks 37th in steals allowed per game (5.3) while Eastern Michigan ranks 157th (7.1).
Bettings Trends:
The RedHawks’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 2.4, down from 3.0 for the season.
During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 71.2 points per game (0.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.2 points per game (0.8 above their season average).
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